It’s bank holiday weekend next weekend and that means a plethora of gigs to choose from as you celebrate an extra day off work. We’ve tried to narrow down your choices a bit but whatever you’re after there is plenty to enjoy.
Live @ The Golden Fleece – Thursday 21 August
If you’re looking to kick start your weekend a little early then the recently refurbed Golden Fleece is the place to be this Thursday with some great live music – and, as always, it’s totally free.
This promises to be a nice chilled out evening with acoustic performances from RICHARD FENWICK, DAVID LACEY, LAUREN APRIL, JOEL BLACK and TOM MCCARTNEY, and could well be the ideal way to ease yourself into a weekend of bank holiday madness.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1533694170184853/?ref=2&ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming#
Lace Squared Launch Event – Lace Market Square – Friday 22 August
Initially due to take place last Friday the official launch event for Lace Squared was moved to this coming Friday so whether you attended the special event at Bar JuJu last week, or not, get on down to the Lace Market Square for some great entertainment this weekend.
There will be a mix of live music, tasty treats and fairground themed cocktails to kick off a series of weekend events to take place in the underused part of the Lace Market over the next few weeks.
With the likes of MuHa, Ram1, The Hargreaves, Frankie Rudolf, Ashmore and many more set to perform at the event over the coming weeks we highly recommend getting along, there will also be vintage fairs, arts and craft markets, street entertainment and much more.
https://www.facebook.com/events/696165213795120/?ref=2&ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming
Beth Frisby w/ Full Band – The Bodega – Saturday 23 August
Beth Frisby was recently announced as the very first signing to newly formed local record label Acoustic Roots, this led to the release of her debut EP Wandering Eyes which you can check out our review of here.
This weekend will see Beth play what is arguably her biggest gig to date at The Bodega and what is more she will be performing with a full band, this promises to be something pretty darn special.
Also performing will be the wonderful ROBYN HUGHES-JONES plus a special DJ set from Acoustic Roots top man and all-round Nottingham music star FRAZER LOWRIE.
Tickets are just £3 otd and it all kicks off at 8pm, plus if you still want to party after the gig there will be an After Party from 11pm – 2am.
https://www.facebook.com/events/323882434438584/?ref=2&ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming
Revenge of Calculon, 8mm Orchestra & I Am Lono – Nottingham Contemporary – Saturday 23 August
I have no idea if REVENGE OF CALCULON’S name is inspired by the ‘actor’ robot in Futurama, however I do know that this fuzz-bass ‘n’ dirt-synth duo wear 80’s style tracksuits and luchador masks and were formed by the folks behind the ace Spaceships are Cool, so therefore are well worth checking out.
What’s more with the ace 8MM ORCHESTRA, performing a rare Nottingham show, and the always great I AM LONO also on the bill this is looking like a top night at Nottingham Contemporary.
Plus it’s free. Doors are at 8pm and the live music starts at 9.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1490847451161029/?ref=2&ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming
and now on to Sunday, and this being a Bank Holiday weekend it means there is a host of great choices no matter what you decide to do..
Nottingham Acoustic Gathering – The Maze – Sunday 24 August
The Nottingham Acoustic Gathering returns for its 4th annual celebration of Nottingham’s singer-songwriters and it’s a sign of how strong the talent pool in Nottingham is that there will be TWENTY NINE acts performing across three stages through the day.
In the Main Room you’ll be able to catch sets by FRAZER LOWRIE, JIMMY THE SQUIRREL (exclusive acoustic set), CHLOE CHARLEMAGNE, HEARTS, CAREEN, ADAM CLARKSON, KANE ASHMORE, BLESSING MAGORE, ANWYN WILLAMS, LIAM O’KANE, VANILLA MILKSHAKE, JOE SLATER, SAM WILSON, MATT HUMPHRIES and TOM ASH.
Meanwhile there will also be live music in the Front Bar from BUD, JOEY BETTS, CONNOR SPRAY, JAMIE MOON, JAYDE MORRISON and ELLIE KEEGAN.
Finally in the Upstairs Room you can check out CALM MAN CLUB, JOE & MIKE, SKA PETE THE UPLIFTER, MARC REEVES, LAUREN APRIL, ANGES BELLA, GERRY TRIMBLE and BEN HAYNES.
As if that wasn’t enough live music there will also be unplugged open mic in the courtyard. Plus there will be food, cakes and stalls, real ale, hot beverages and drinks offers.
It all starts at 1pm and is just £3 – that’s right just three shiny gold coins for TWENTY NINE live music acts.
https://www.facebook.com/events/688383011244627/?ref=2&ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming
Kane Ashmore
Bunkers Hill Summer Chillout – Sunday 24 August
Bunkers Hill has truly established itself as one of Nottingham’s best live music venues and this Sunday you can head down there to enjoy an afternoon/evening/night of great live music and it’s totally free entry.
Headlining proceedings will be one of the bands of the moment in the form of BREAKFAST CLUB, a band you really should check out if you haven’t yet.
Also performing on the day will be CIARAN GRANT, SAMUEL KIRK, SAM HARRISON, THE MOCKING JAYS, JESS KENTON, GEMMA INGLES, STEPHANIE CARGILL, BEN HAYNES, ANWYN WILLIAMS, ROBYN HUGHES-JONES and JAY STACEY.
There will be a host of drinks offers, including 2 Cocktails for £7. All ages are welcome until 8pm (18+ only after).
https://www.facebook.com/events/1513869162161857/?ref=2&ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming
The Breakfast Club
Alleycafe’s 14th Birthday Party – Sunday 24 August
Tucked away in the alleyway off Angel Row, beside the takeaway, the Alleycafe is a bit of a hidden gem on the Nottingham scene, known for it’s great vegan meals and welcoming atmosphere the Alleycafe has also also established itself as a top place for live music – despite looking far to small, so it seems only right they’re offering up a party to celebrate their 14th birthday this bank holiday Sunday, and they’ve enlisted the help of their regular collaborators I’m Not From London to put it all together.
As ever the INFL team have come out with a cracker.
In the outdoor Marquee you’ll be able to party with SALMAGUNDI, COUSIN AVI, THE BREAKFAST CLUB and YASMIN ISSAKA.
Meanwhile Alleycafe DJ’s will be spinning the tunes up in the main bar, plus there will be a special light show from METEMPSYCOSIS and as ever there will be some great drinks offers.
It kicks off at 8.30pm and is free entry.
https://www.facebook.com/events/686818491406868/?ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming
So there you have it a whole host of great gigs going off this week – as ever – we hope you have a great bank holiday, let us know what you’re heading along to.
Plus if you know of any great future gigs coming up be sure to let us know so we can include it in our future lists.
Darren Patterson
